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Bil Keane autographed John Paul Jones First Day Cover featuring an original hand-drawn sketch of Dolly from The Family Circus at lower left. Keane has added a speech balloon reading, "HELLO TO THE PARRY FAMILY CIRCUS!" and inscribed beneath the drawing, "LOVE, BIL KEANE," dating the piece "5-1-95." The cover bears a 15-cent John Paul Jones U.S. Bicentennial stamp with Annapolis, Maryland, September 23, 1979 First Day of Issue cancellation.

Fine condition.

Bil Keane (1922-2011) was an American cartoonist best known as the creator of The Family Circus, which debuted in 1960 and became one of the most widely syndicated comic strips in the world. Centered on the everyday adventures of parents Bil and Thelma and their children Billy, Dolly, Jeffy, and P.J., the strip became known for its gentle humor, distinctive circular panels, and affectionate observations of family life.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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